A recent Washington Supreme Court ruling has renewed attention on energy choice and the policies that can affect which heating and cooling technologies contractors are able to offer. The decision involved Washington's Initiative 2066, which sought to protect access to natural gas for homes and businesses.

The ruling has also brought renewed attention to the federal Energy Choice Act (H.R. 3699/S. 1945), which would address state and local restrictions based on the type or source of energy used. Click here to read more.

HVAC performance doesn't always start and end with the equipment. As building envelopes become tighter and systems become more sophisticated, contractors are increasingly looking at airflow, pressure, ventilation and load matching when diagnosing comfort and performance issues.

A recent discussion among HVAC industry leaders explores why understanding the building itself can help contractors troubleshoot more effectively, reduce callbacks and recognize problems that equipment changes alone may not solve.
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Missed the action? Or just want to relive a great day on the course? Click below to watch the video and see the 2026 MACCA Golf Outing in action!

A huge thank you to Dawn with Filters Done Right for capturing the day through both video and photos. We appreciate you helping us preserve all the great moments!

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A sold-out room, a packed panel, and an important conversation for the industry!

MACCA and SWFL PHCC brought contractors and industry professionals together on September 17 at Courtyard Sarasota University Town Center for an engaging discussion on unlicensed contractor activity. Attendees heard directly from professionals involved in regulation, law enforcement, and prosecution.

A special thank-you goes to all of our panelists for taking the time to join us, share their expertise, answer questions, and provide valuable insight into the challenges surrounding unlicensed contractor activity.

Panelists included:

Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office: Detective Geraldine Brown
Manatee County Sheriff’s Department: Sergeant Jason Farrier and Detective Ryan Emkey
Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office: Lieutenant Brian Gregory
Palmetto Police Department: Detective Corporal Joseph Rogers
North Port Police Department: Lieutenant Matthew Brown
Office of the State Attorney, 12th Judicial Circuit: Kevin Henson, Nick Lata, and Andrew Van Sickle
Florida DBPR: Matthew Dunklin, Field Manager, Central FL/Division of Regulation

The panel gave contractors a valuable opportunity to hear firsthand how unlicensed activity is identified, investigated, and addressed, including what happens when a complaint is filed, what information agencies need, and how licensed contractors can help report potential violations. The event sold out before the doors opened, highlighting the strong interest in this important industry issue.

A special thank-you to our panelists for sharing their time and expertise, and to Bulletproof AC and iMold Cleaning and Restoration for sponsoring the event and helping make this conversation possible.

Several important topics were raised throughout the conversation, and we’ll be addressing these issues in more depth in upcoming articles. Please stay tuned for additional information and resources for contractors.

For contractors who encounter potential unlicensed activity, gathering as much detail as possible and reporting it is an important first step. Reports can be submitted anonymously through this link, and MACCA can submit the report on your behalf without including your personal information.

The HVAC community traded the tools for the tees as MACCA’s 2026 Golf Outing brought contractors, suppliers, industry partners, and friends together for a day of golf, competition, networking, and plenty of fun at Heron Creek Golf & Country Club!

From the first drive to the final putt, golfers took their shots at the course while enjoying the Poker Run, raffle, 50/50 drawing, Mulligans, Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, Hole-In-One competition, and more. There were plenty of great shots, close calls, and maybe a few golf balls that decided to take their own vacation.

And the Winners Are...

1st Place Team - RE Michel
Players - Robbie Gamble, Matt Dobbins, Will Smith, Jon Rowell

2nd Place Team - Harden Supply
Players - Marci Smith, Mike Smith, Hunter Davis, Billy Royce

️ Men's Longest Drive - Peter Franciosi
️‍♀️ Women's Longest Drive - Haley Buchanan
Men's Closest to the Pin - Billy Royce

Congratulations to all of our winners, and thank you to everyone who came ready to compete!

A great golf outing takes a great team, and MACCA is grateful to all of the sponsors, golfers, volunteers, Board Members, and supporters who helped make this year's event possible.

A special thank you to our sponsors:

AC-Today, ACMAXTECH, Adams Cooling and Heating, Badger Bob's, Bulletproof AC, Climatic Conditioning, CrossRhodes Consulting, Daikin, Filters Done Right, Harden Supply, IQ4Mobility, NIFT Business Solutions, RE Michel Company, RGF Environmental Group, Sanders Supply, Inc., Skyway Heating and Air, Suncoast Metals, Trane Supply, Tropic Supply, Veteran Air, Victor Distributing, Winsupply of Port Charlotte, and YORK.

Big thanks to Dawn with Filters Done Right for capturing the day!
Click here to see the photos and relive the fun!

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 MACCA Golf Outing a success. We came for the golf, stayed for the competition, and left with plenty of great memories.

Until next year, keep your swings straight, your cool air flowing, and your golf balls out of the water! ⛳

The next generation of HVAC professionals is already making its mark. A new Contracting Business feature highlights six technicians under 25 who are building careers in the industry while continuing to develop their technical skills, take on new responsibilities, and learn from experienced professionals.

Across the interviews, the technicians point to training, mentorship, hands-on experience, and a willingness to keep learning as important parts of their growth. Their experiences also highlight the variety of career paths available in HVAC, from service and installation to leadership, training, and eventually business ownership.

Click here to meet the six young technicians and read their stories.

HVAC contractors continue to navigate changing costs for equipment, materials, labor, transportation, and other inputs. As those costs shift, maintaining healthy margins requires more than simply reacting to each increase. Contractors are increasingly reviewing pricing, job costs, and margins on a regular basis to keep up with changing conditions.

The smaller increases can add up, too. Keeping truck stock, service parts, equipment, and other material costs current can help contractors avoid quietly losing margin. Clear communication with customers is also an important part of managing price changes and maintaining trust. Click here to read more.

Contractors increasingly expect distributors to have essential parts available when they need them, along with accurate inventory and delivery information. That demand is driving HVACR distribution toward more connected systems that link warehouse operations, inventory management, transportation, and customer service.

Real-time inventory visibility, standardized warehouse processes, automated route planning, and digital proof of delivery are helping distributors improve accuracy and efficiency. Faster delivery options can also help contractors get critical parts when a job cannot wait until the next business day.

For contractors, these changes can mean fewer delays, better visibility into orders, and more reliable access to the parts needed to keep jobs moving. 
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The second 45-day comment period for the proposed Glitch/Errata updates to the 9th Edition (2026) Florida Building Code is now open. Following the August 18–21 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) meetings, the committees’ actions and meeting reports are available for review and comment.

Comments must be submitted by midnight on October 8, 2026. Members who wish to provide feedback should submit comments directly to Mo Madani at mo.madani@myfloridalicense.com.

Click here to review the TAC actions, meeting reports, and proposed code changes.

Four major HVACR industry associations, ACCA, AHRI, HARDI, and PHCC, have asked U.S. trade officials to preserve the benefits of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and provide tariff relief for qualifying HVACR equipment, parts, and components. The groups say a predictable North American trade framework is important to manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and the broader HVACR supply chain.

The request comes as tariffs continue to affect equipment and component costs. The associations are specifically seeking workable rules for USMCA-originating HVACR products and continued exemptions from certain tariff actions. With equipment and components moving through North American supply chains, the issue could continue to have implications for pricing and availability across the industry. Click here to read more.